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Five things the All Blacks bring to every World Cup

New Zealand’s team offers so much to the world of rugby and to fans around the globe, writes Mick Cleary.
Five things the All Blacks bring to every World Cup

UNMISTAKEABLE: New Zealand perform the haka. Pic: ©INPHO/Photosport/Grant Down

1. The black jersey

The aura may have dimmed but it has not gone away. Ireland no longer have reason to fear — respect, yes, of course — what faces them across the half-way line after their recent record against the All Blacks.

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